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Billy Brown Obituary

Billy Brown was a reality TV star known for the long-running “Alaskan Bush People.”

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Published by Madison County Eagle on Feb. 9, 2021.

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Jenn Beane

May 26, 2025

Cherished treasure never to be forgotten

Roy Bardowell

February 18, 2025

I'm sorry to hear he is gone. Billy Brown gave me years of pleasure and laughter listening to his plan for freedom and his ever-lasting love for his wonderful family. I want the children to remember this; Billy Brown lives on in all of you!

February 10, 2025

Warm thoughts for your family on the 4th anniversary of Billy’s passing.

Shelia Redden

January 22, 2025

I loved watching Alaskian Bush People I learned so much about survival one of the strongest families I'm so so sorry for your loss

Kerry Knutson

January 20, 2025

You were such an inspiration to me through all my tou times. I guess you can sy the whole family did but, Billy you had a drive to always make sure the family was taken care of. Unfortunately I didn't know about your passing till 2024 but rest in peace brother and may your adventures never stop.

Neida Hernández

November 10, 2024

Soy de Puerto Rico, mi nombre es Neida Hernandez, es el mejor telerealidad, ese es el tipo de familia que soñe y que deseo para los míos, formado en unión, amor y mucha fe, me dolió que Bill haya fallecido, admiro a cada uno. Descansa en paz Bill, y Dios bendiga tu linda familia que formaste.

Rocki T

September 28, 2024

He would have given the shirt off his back if it made you happy.

John Ferrara

September 18, 2024

Rest in peace Bill Brown loved your show. My Condolences go out to your family. You will be missed.

August 17, 2024

So sorry for your loss.

Tanya Walker

June 3, 2024

Always enjoyed watching the Browns
I still do.

Julio Padilla

June 2, 2024

Gone but never forgotten Rest easy

Christina Stoumbaugh

April 7, 2024

I hope he found his perfect island with no bears and a perfect cabin for each family member. What a pleasure to share in the adventure.

Lori Oxford

March 25, 2024

May he continue to RIP. God bless the family and may your light continue to shine.

Carson Loveless

March 2, 2024

Condolences to his family and his loved ones

Jane Hayward

February 11, 2024

Light extinguish and very sad to hear Billy passed away.
Love the show and hope the family continues in honor of Billy. I hope Matt comes back onboard. Billy would like that. God bless .

Nicholas Reiter

November 5, 2023

Never knew you, but would love to be the person you was, father, husband, friend. RIP Billy

Walter H Curry

September 4, 2023

Never heard him say a curse word in the whole series. Seem to be a very Godley man

Anne Rayner

September 4, 2023

His gentleness struck me as genuine,I was fond of him and will really miss him.
Gone too young.
Love anne rayner

Dede Pishion

March 15, 2023

May God be with your family and help carry you all through your sorrow grief. I do not know your family, but I can tell you though from watching your family through the years, I feel I do. My family cried with you and you are all an inspiration to me. You will all remain in my prayers.
Best Wishes
Deanna Pishion

Mary Lane

January 26, 2023

Your dad was a very tough and down to earth man. I just began to watch the show when you lost him. I have breathing difficulties also and use oxygen daily. I pray for all of you and hope that Matt is doing well and back with all of you now. The Bible say says there is none not perfect, no not one. Matt seems like such a sweet guy as do your entire family.

Michael Campbell

January 20, 2023

With fragrant incense and white spruce
candle lighted he was a legend eternal
shining.With all his hopes and inspiration
we will remember his dream united.

Joan Espinosa

January 6, 2023

God Bless Billy Brown and his wife Amy and Family, may he rest in piece.
I have read many of the comments knowing and feeling their thoughts.
I pray that all the Brown family continue to stay close, sharing their love for one another, expecually with their mother.
I have enjoyed your adventures from the begaining of the show. Still miss Matt!!
Keep continuing to keep us in your new adventures. Love ❤ the show!

Melody Chapa

December 7, 2022

Wonderful person, with a wonderful family!! They carry his legacy with them.

Darcy Paverud

December 4, 2022

RIP

Derek N

December 4, 2022

Billy would be so proud of his family .. I know I am.. he instilled so much in you guys & he´s right there by your side every step of the way. He was a great man & he made a WONDERFUL family. You guys will forever be in my thoughts and prayers

Lana Bolton

October 18, 2022

My deepest condolences in the loss on your father and husband. He was a pioneer in many ways. I will miss him. God bless you all

Timmy Nason

October 9, 2022

Sorry for your loss

Shannon Hill

May 24, 2022

You and your family are true superheroes!!

Philip St.amand

April 5, 2022

Billy was such a good father and I really enjoy the show. It teaches the value of family. And if you work hard you can accomplish anything.

Lea Newton

January 19, 2022

Our deepest condolences to all his Families,,friends and fans of his show on TV R.I.P.Billy Brown..we will miss you

December 19, 2021

Sorry for your loss.May he Rest In Peace.I’m a fan of your show and enjoyed it from the beginning.Thank you for sharing your life with all of your fans.Billy truly was a devoted husband and father.You were lucky to have him.I hope you all stay close to each other and enjoy all the wonderful memories you have of him.Take care of your mom.From Newfoundland,Canada take care and god bless.

Michelle Williams

December 15, 2021

May the good Lord bless you and your family. I’m just a fan of the show but from the beginning I have felt that I’m part of the family. Bless you all.

Paul Newton

December 3, 2021

I would like to offer my most sincere condolences to all the Brown family members, especially Ami, who lost her soulmate Billy. I recently lost my father in January, he was suffering from Dementia and had no idea who l was when l visited him. I want to tell you that the pain of losing a loved one never goes away, it just subsidies somewhat. What will get you through the hard times is the love and support you all have in each other. You have a very strong family bond and together you will help each other with the loss of your husband/father. My heart goes out to you all.

Paul Newton.

Muriel Jennings

November 28, 2021

I would like to say thank you for sharing your life and your family with me.I will truly miss you your smile and all your heart felt kind words when you talk to your children.And your family will always have you in there hearts and Ami will also have a special place for you in her heart.They will never be alone you will always be there in spirit.May you rest in peace Billy.

Lisa Olesen

November 25, 2021

Love , your show I’m a fan of Alaskan bush people was so sorry to hear about Billy . It was so heartbreaking to watch the tribute to your father and husband to ami. You all will get through this difficult time . Grief comes and goes . Each one of you will grieve in your own way . Respect each other’s way of grieving . There’s no right or wrong way . Things will get better in the future . May you find peace and happiness as you work towards your fathers dream . The dream to live off grid .

November 25, 2021

Thank you Billy Brown for sharing your life with us. Me and family will truly miss you . Your children will keep your legacy going forever. You all have so much spirit, keep your father alive, as I know you all will. TY from Canada !

Renee Dykes

November 23, 2021

Thank you for giving us your wisdom each week. You came into our living rooms and sat down beside us and told us your life stories and shared your family with us. We will miss you, but God has called you home. RIP Billy Brown. Forever in the love.

Kenny DeFlores

November 21, 2021

You lived your life the way that all of us aspire to. A life filled with love, joy and a free spirit. You have left a legacy that will endure for many years to come. You are now seated at the right hand of God. More!!!

Robert Bertram

November 21, 2021

My deepest condolences to the Brown family, we all know Papa Brown is in heaven, waiting for his loved ones to join him, may God bless y'all's hearts

Philippe Morissette

November 21, 2021

So sorry for your loss to the Browns family

Mischelle Richter

November 16, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Billy will be greatly missed by EVERBODY!!I have watched your show from the beginning. I LOVE your family. My dad passed away too so I can relate. Your show makes me laugh and cry. Be strong for your MOM. She needs you all now. God bless your family and keep the show going!!! We all love you!!!

Peggy Cruz

November 14, 2021

Deepest Condolences to the family. Keep hold of all your wonderful memories of Mr
Brown and see him in the grandbabies. Take care

Carl Christensen

November 14, 2021

My sincere condolences to Billy’s family, I can honestly say this man lived life on his terms. Not many of us can say that

María González

November 10, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Richard Lorraine

November 8, 2021

R.i.p. mr.billy brown you sure new how to live.. wish I could have that wild freedom,.. The Lorraine Family

THE LOVELESS FAMILY

November 7, 2021

THANKS FOR ALL THE MEMORIES
LOVE AND CONDOLENCES TO THE BROWN FAMILY.
REST IN PEACE CUPCAKE AND BILLY
LOVE TO ALL FROM ALL
THE LOVELESS FAMILY

Leola,Dan and Lani

November 3, 2021

To an amazing family. Our prayers and love to you all. For Billy and Cupcake

Crystal Myre

November 2, 2021

My heart goes out to the Brown family. May God grant you peace and serenity as you go forward

November 2, 2021

He really did love his family as it seemed on the, RIP

Diana Dean

November 2, 2021

We will truly miss the man who led his family to live as God intended it. With faith, family, and on the land the way it is supposed to be.
To the Brown family, may God's arms comfort you in this time of grief and sorrow.

Diana and Keith
From Lowell, Indiana

star smith

November 2, 2021

I loved watching the Bush Family, it shows us what a person can do, to achieve what you want and need, I am so sorry for the loss of Billy, God Bless you all, Rest In Peace Billy

Bonnie Bergstresser

November 2, 2021

To the family of Billy Brown, so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed! But I also hope you will continue the Greatest family show on TV. God Bless You All!

Christy Hayes

November 2, 2021

My prayers are with all u all the whole wolfpack and Ami me and my family has watched u all since day one we never miss a show u all have taught us so much and all ur loving children i pray for as well billy was a hero and loved all u guys more than anything and he would want u all to continue to do his work the way u all always have and will do so and keeping his memory alive my heart truly goes out to all u all me and my family cried when we heard the news just heartbreaking but u all are strong and will always stick together as a family as the wolfpack Rip Billy Brown

Janice Grumme

November 1, 2021

My prayers, love and condolences to all of you, the Brown family. I have followed your show from the beginning. My heart breaks and feels for all of you. I feel like your family is my family. I hope you will continue your show and journey as planned. Mrs Ami,I admire you. From your last episode I could see you are now the strong parent of the Wolfpack!!! I'm 72 years young and I am a born again Christian, so I know when I die, that I will see Billy when I get to Heaven. Those of you that come after us, I'll be in line behind Billy to greet you. ❤

November 1, 2021

My condolences to the brown family. I share your loss keep in prayer and stay strong and close he's looking down at the family. God bless

Trudie Sims

November 1, 2021

I'm truly sorry for the family loss. I will keep you all in Prayer. I know it seems a little dark right now, but! Billy will guide you all every step of the way. He gave you all his plans to go forward.

Bonnie Shoraga

November 1, 2021

Your father and patriarch will be sorely missed. However he is free! Free of struggling thru pain. Free to live the way he wanted.
And undoubtedly looking over his beautiful family, land, animals and More. It may not be easy to feel left behind but he has More in store for you. Never give up, Never surrender.

Jeff Caldwell

November 1, 2021

What a wonderful person, a great father, wonderful husband and a person that was full of life. My sincere condolences to his wife and all the children.

nola stewart

November 1, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Denise Satterfield

October 31, 2021

To the whole family... Im so sorry for your loss. From watching you on tv it feels as though i know all of you and my prayers are with you. Your Da is with our Heavenly Dad and thats an amazing place to be and you will all see him again.. PTL for the peace of that in this hard time. All my prayers , Denise

Peter Pappas

October 31, 2021

God Speed Billy

Tom Lintz

October 31, 2021

We all have to go home (again) at some point. Do not fear death Jesus Conquered that on the cross and because of that there is no death. His sins are forgiven, for we "ALL have signed but Jesus said he will remember them no more and we have all been Forgiven, Thank You Billy and Ami and the rest of the pack for sharing. Move Forward and be at Peace knowing he's with you and giving you Stregnth. Also, Thanks to Jesus for allowing us to be together when we too pass, for there is "No Death!" Love and Light to you all, Tom from (Michigan) 810-835-5895 call anytime if you want to just talk or to get away from it all.

Lisa Shearer

October 31, 2021

Sending my deepest condolences to your family. My prayers are with you all. I lost my father so knowing how hard this is my thoughts are with you all. Watching my mom go through this Ami my prayers are with you. Stay strong and heal as a loving family. Love and prayers to all.

Claude Shene

October 31, 2021

After leaving my message I choose to look to see what folks said and how many responded it made me smile through the tears I hope you find peace /" For who so ever believe in me shall have ever lasting life"

Sheila E Stewart

October 31, 2021

I am very sorry for the loss of Billy Brown. I am a fan of the show and will continue to be a fan. My thoughts and prayers are and will always be with the family.

Claude Shene

October 31, 2021

I watched the show tonight of your dad's & husband's passing .Being a man of late50's early 60s I could not help but shed a few you folks have been a part of my life from day one. Myself raised in the Mnts of Northern NYS & looseing my father to Covid 19 I feel for you & know the hurt of one so close my prayers go out to you.look to the heavens and know there is one who looks there as well wishing you all the best. GOD BLESS & feel free to drop a word anytime!

Tracy Miller

October 31, 2021

I'm so sorry for your loss. Watching your family on tv I was able to see the bond your family has & what a great father your dad was,, I hope you can find peace knowing your dad will always be with you & watching over you he will always be in your hearts & I can say with out a doubt he is so proud of each & every one of you! RIL Billy Brown.

Elizabeth Campbell

October 31, 2021

Our condolences to Ami and the family on the loss of their husband, father, and Grandfather. He will be missed by our family. I learned a lot from him by watching the series on tv. Thank you for everything.

John Burian

October 30, 2021

One of a kind. Last of the true pioneers. Just found out about Billy. I'm crying. My love to the family epically Ami.

jacob randolph

October 27, 2021

im sorry for your loss the man was a great man from what i could tell no one man fights a battel alone he didn't fight his alone he had is family,fans and other God bless an may he always work for the good of humanity

Lori H

October 26, 2021

Psalm 23:6 “Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of The LORD forever”

Lori H

October 26, 2021

So very sorry for your loss
Praying for all of you.
I have some understanding of how hard hitting your loss is.
Recently I lost my dad and my brother.
God bless you all as you move forward holding your love for each other close.
Warm Regards,
Lori

Lynn Breckenridge

October 26, 2021

I'm reminded of the song "Gone to Soon." For his family it is to soon. Billy and his wife, Ami have instilled good values in their kids
It's time for them to speed their wings and fly. R. I
P. Billy Brown.

Valerie Woodruff

October 26, 2021

Rest In Peace Billy Brown. You will be missed but not forgotten.

HANNAH RYAN

October 25, 2021

So very sorry for the loss of your husband and father. What a great man he was, leaving such a wonderful legacy.
Sending prayers and love

Anita Pennington

October 25, 2021

Thank you Billy and family for sharing your life, your world and your dream. A beautiful family. You will be missed Billy. My heart goes out to Ami and the family. My love to you all.

Penny Smith

October 24, 2021

He is definitely missed by everyone. Continued prayers for family.

Dawn Lytten

October 24, 2021

A wonderful example of pure family love. . . the Alaskan Bush Family. Billy was the peak . . . and it will be his teachings of love and strength that will hold the Wolf Pack true. RIP Billy Brown.

Kumar Mansingh

October 22, 2021

Billy you would be missed by the world!!!

Cheryl Varounis

October 18, 2021

I have been watching your show since day 1. Im so impressed with the knowledge that all your family has learned through the years from your Dad. He was an amazing person inside and out. I could feel the love from your family by watching the shows. He will surely be missed. I was so sadend when i heard the news of his passing. You may have lost a great dad, husband and friend but heaven has gained an angel. He will always be looking down on all of you. so sorry for your loss, keep the faith and it will get you through everytime. TV Fan Cheryl

Linfa Fujikawa

October 18, 2021

So so so sorry for you lose,what an incredible human being and a gift he was to the family Billies skills with the outdoors absolutely floored me.What a gift he has left his family and all the wonderful memories and journeys he has left. Prayers to you all Linda from Vernon BC

Tim Casey

October 17, 2021

I watched you and the family evolve from your first shows. You set a good example. Thank you for the wisdom and entertainment. Rip Bill and my deepest sympathy to to the Brown family.

Terri Prince

October 17, 2021

I know what it's like to lose a father my father passed away when he was 54 he had hereditary heart disease keep your dad alive talk about him every day remember all he taught you and quote him often if you speak of someone often after they have passed they never truly die

Renee Smallwood

October 12, 2021

Billy was a very kind man his personality was awesome
It will definitely be different not
Seeing him on the show
But he lives on in his children
and Ami and he will Definitely
Never Be Forgotten
Rest In Peace Billy Brown

isabell Antille

October 12, 2021

Rest in peace Billy

Sandra Valentine

October 11, 2021

My deep condolences to the Brown family. My heart breaks for you. God Bless and Keep You All. Billy will be missed by all. Know that America loves you and are keeping you in our prayers.

Ms Deon Ellis

October 11, 2021

Billy will definitely be missed by a lot of people. And not just by his family. May God keep all of you in his arms! May he continue to guide you with his wisdom! Billy was an extra special man that loved his family more than anything else. He taught them to survive. He allowed each child to grow in their own direction. What a wonderful example to show the world. What he showed them was unconditional love ❤. Reality TV has lost a man who’s shoes no one will fill. To honor you Billy Brown....,,,

Doris Thomas

October 10, 2021

I'm so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful teacher, husband,father and friend. Seems like I just found out I've lost my friend. Brown family you all have my condolences. I will pray for your family.

Beth Jones

October 7, 2021

I love your show. Will miss your dad bunches. Will Matt ever rejoin his family?

Susan Rose

October 6, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Susan Davis

October 4, 2021

What a wonderful man. What an extraordinary man. This is obviously a monumental loss for Ami and his children. Take comfort that he is with “the good Lord.”

CHARLA ASSEL

October 4, 2021

He is Praising the King of all Kings! God loves this man and his family. Ami is blessed to have married him. God bless Billy's family! xo

Larry Ramsey

October 3, 2021

We are going to miss you R.I.P

deborah mcclain

October 3, 2021

you could see a beautiful soul from this man.

Howard Anderson

October 3, 2021

Condolences to all the Brown family. Billy was a true man to try to be like. God rest his soul.
Howard anderson

THOMAS ROGERS

September 30, 2021

Deepest sympathies to your Family on the loss of Billy.. only just heard Bout it .... may he rest in peace.
From Tommy R in Ireland.

Ron Ashey

September 29, 2021

My wife was a dedicated fan of the show, and she is deeply sad for the loss of ,Dad Billy she sends her love and support to Matt, Bam,Bear,Gabe,Noah,Snowbird and Rain, God Bless

September 29, 2021

RIP Billy.

Jeff Arnold

September 28, 2021

Gone to your reward. My thoughts and prayers are with the family

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